Joan of Arc Word Search
Joan of Arc, as a word search. 12 words drawn from the life, work, and legacy of a famous figure sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: VOICES, TRIALS, MAID, ORLEANS, BANNER, SWORD, FLAMES, SAINTS, CROWN, CHARLES, RUAN, STANDARD.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Joan of Arc word list, defined
- VOICES /voʊɪs/ · noun, verb
- The sound or sounds produced by the vocal cords, especially when used for speech or singing. Voices can also refer to the opinions or attitudes expressed by a particular group or individual. Related: sounds, tones, utterances, articulations.
- TRIALS /trɑɪəlz/ · noun
- Trials are tests or examinations of something, especially to determine its quality or effectiveness. A trial is also a formal process of investigation and judgment. Related: tests, examinations, assessments, evaluations.
- MAID /meɪd/ · noun, verb
- A woman employed to perform domestic duties, especially in a private household. To make or prepare something, especially food, in a neat and tidy way. Related: housekeeper, cleaner, servant, domestic.
- BANNER /ˈbænər/ · noun
- A long strip of cloth bearing a slogan, design, or symbol, displayed publicly to advertise, celebrate, or identify a cause; also, a flag or standard representing a nation, army, or group. Related: flag, standard, ensign, pennant.
- SWORD /ˈsɔːrd/ · noun
- A bladed weapon, typically with a handle and a cutting edge, used for cutting or thrusting. Related: blade, cutlass, rapier, scimitar.
- FLAMES /fleɪmz/ · noun (plural)
- The visible, gaseous products of combustion — the glowing tongues of hot gas and light given off by a fire. As a plural form, it refers collectively to these burning tongues, as in 'the house went up in flames'. Related: fire, blaze, inferno, conflagration.
- SAINTS /sɛɪntz/ · noun
- People who are considered to be especially holy or virtuous, especially those who have been formally recognized as such by the Christian Church. A person who is admired or idealized for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. Related: saints, sainthood, holy people, virtuous individuals.
- CROWN /kraʊn/ · noun, verb
- A crown is an ornamental headpiece worn by monarchs as a symbol of sovereignty, or, more broadly, the power and authority of a ruler. It also refers to the topmost part of something, such as the visible part of a tooth or the leafy top of a tree. Related: diadem, tiara, coronet, circlet.
- STANDARD /ˈstændərd/ · noun, verb, adjective
- A level of quality or attainment that is considered normal or expected; a model or example of something that is considered to be of high quality or standard. Related: normal, average, expected, usual.
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